How many car models were smothered by manufacturers as soon as their initial flaws were cured by corporate, never to be seen again? In Britain, the Triumph TR8, with its capable small block V8 and improved … everything, is… more»
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Old-School Cool: 1964 Corvette With Ghost Flames
Few cars embody classic American style and performance as much as the second-generation Corvette. This 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible, now listed here on eBay, blends originality with a period custom touch thanks to its vintage black paint accented by… more»
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Early Patina: 1966 Porsche 912 Coupe 5-Speed
Porsche’s 912 has steadily gained recognition as one of the best-kept secrets in the marque’s history, offering the same timeless looks as the 911 but with a lighter, more balanced driving character. This 1966 Porsche 912 Coupe, listed here… more»
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Needs TLC: 1959 Borgward Isabella Coupe
We’re looking at a Borgward Isabella coupe, a rare variant of the Isabella line. Prior to coming up with this attractive design, Borgward’s offerings were a scattered bunch, reflecting the company’s aggregation of multiple makes over the years, including… more»
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Tri-Power 427 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L71
1968 was a prime time to pay a visit to your Chevrolet dealer, as not only was America’s sports car still offering several great engine options, but the two-seater also got a redesign with a completely new body. Unfortunately,… more»
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BF Auction: 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Special Edition
Mazda has built a well-earned reputation for delivering affordable sports cars that capture the essence of driving joy, and the MX-5 Miata stands as its crown jewel. Offered here on Barn Finds is a particularly special example, a 2008… more»
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One Family Owned: 1978 Datsun 280Z
Was the 280Z the last great Z car? Or was it great at all? In the beginning, Datsun tried very hard to read the room when it introduced the 240Z, engaging in a long development period geared toward meticulous… more»
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Showroom Condition: 1953 MG TD
We receive quite a few leads to wonderful classics from our loyal readers, and when Barn Finder Mitchell G. spotted this 1953 MG TD, describing it as being in showroom condition, I felt that it deserved a closer look…. more»
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BF Auction: 1985 Pontiac Fiero
UPDATE – The seller has added videos of this Fiero! When Pontiac introduced the Fiero in 1984, it broke new ground as America’s first mass-produced mid-engine sports car. This 1985 Pontiac Fiero, offered exclusively as a Barn Finds Auction,… more»
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5,298 Original Miles? 1981 Chevrolet Corvette
Mileage claims, particularly those made in the absence of verifying evidence, pose a challenge for potential buyers. They leave those individuals with little choice but to examine the classic with a fine-toothed comb to determine whether the quoted figure… more»
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454/4-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette doesn’t merely present well as an unrestored survivor, but it features the desirable and range-topping big-block V8. Its known history suggests that verifying the claimed odometer reading of 44,000 original miles may be possible. I… more»
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Upgraded 350: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1974 Chevrolet Corvette hides its light under a bushel. It is an extremely tidy vehicle that could comfortably be described as a turnkey driver. However, upgrades made to its numbers-matching 350ci V8 should unlock a considerable power increase,… more»
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Very Clean 1966 Sunbeam Alpine
Just as the AC Ace was the launching pad for the fire-breathing Cobra, so was another British marque—Sunbeam—responsible for the Alpine sports car that became the Ford V-8 powered Cobra. It was also a Carroll Shelby project, but not… more»
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High-Mile Hero: 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet 6-Speed
The Porsche 993 generation is celebrated as the last of the air-cooled 911s, combining classic lines with modern refinement. This 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet, now offered here on eBay, represents a true driver’s car. With its 6-speed… more»
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Poster Car Preserved: 1995 BMW M3 in Dakar Yellow
Few cars defined the spirit of 1990s performance like the E36-generation BMW M3. With its high-revving inline-six, impeccable balance, and understated styling, the M3 quickly established itself as one of the world’s best all-around driver’s cars. This 1995 BMW… more»
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2,600-Mile Time Capsule: 1993 Chevy Corvette 40th Anniversary ZR-1
The fourth-generation Corvette has steadily been gaining recognition among collectors, and few models command the same level of respect as the ZR-1. Offered here is an extraordinary example: a 1993 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 40th Anniversary Edition, showing just 2,600… more»
